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[of_the_lake]

[This is Berserker, standing in one of the training halls. Shortly after the feed comes on, he prompts himself to stand back from it and take his shirt off, immediately confusing his intentions for the message he's about to send. He's not wearing a little collar and bow tie, so there's a low risk that a Chip n'Dales show is about to break out, though. A little off camera, a younger man stands there, holding a roll of duct-tape.]

My Masters. I have little understanding of how to send private messages, so I will simply ignore the necessity. As I understand, you both have been distracted. The benefits of my binding to your wills has provided physical benefits to you both, yet little has come of it. I suppose it's time to change such a thing. Just the same--no, I am not embittered by your refusal to allow my death. I have gotten past such a petty discrepancy.

[He raised his left hand and then set it behind his back horizontally. The young man approached and began duct-taping Berserker's arm to his back.]

Given my perfect mastery of weaponry and incomparable swordsmanship, I cannot teach you in the conventional way. I would recite the saying, 'I can beat you with both arms tied behind my back,' but that would defeat the purpose of you observing my technique. Instead, I will have one arm fixed behind my back to create a semblance of hope for you both.

[The young man finished rolling the duct-tape, heavily rolling his eyes as he listened to Berserker. When he was done, he sauntered off, the sound of him scraping money off the ground heard as he hunched over a little.]

I will remain in one of the training rooms, practicing my conservation of energy. Please arrive at the same time to minimize your injuries.

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[reassures]

[Why is this one of her roommates. Why is this her life. Oh boy.]

I can show you how to send private messages if you would like.

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[of_the_lake]

[Berserker seemed to be picking out a wooden sword from one of the racks.]

I have no need for such a thing. Were I in need of true privacy, I would not speak at all.

[reassures]

[Well. so much for that attempt.]

Okay. Let me know if you change your mind.

[of_the_lake]

Your endeavor to help is appreciated, stranger--even if I'm unreceptive.

[reassures]

[...seriously.]

We live together. I know we haven't spoken.

[But she at least knew his name.]

Video PRIVATE, FAIRY JESUS.

[showmeyourwreath]

[....



Is this really happening, right now. Really.]

Lancelot!

[SHE DOESN'T EVEN KNOW WHERE TO START, BUT THERE'S HIS NAME AT LEAST, THAT'S AS GOOD A PLACE AS ANY.]

You can make something private by selecting a filtering option before sending it.

[Yeah, let's just start there.]

Video; NOT PRIVATE BECAUSE

[of_the_lake]

[He listened, waiting for Flora to finish, patiently--before...]

Ah, as to that very topic--I have no inclination to use such a feature.

Video; STILL PRIVATE BUT Y THO

[showmeyourwreath]

[She shouldn't be surprised--given that he half lives with her, if he wanted something to be private, it would be an easy matter.

But it makes the rest of this that much more exasperating.]

Was this all really necessary?

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[of_the_lake]

What better way to pry you from your worries and socialization? You would otherwise take your leisure in addressing your need for self-improvement like all other people of this age.

But, yes, the duct-tape is necessary for the sake of your health.

Private even if he's not gonna be, the butt!!

[showmeyourwreath]

I make time to train almost every day, Lancelot. [Especially after that one mission.] I respect that there's a lot of things I can and actually want do to learn from you, but don't imply that I'm lazy. I'm not.

video; totally not private oops

[preyed]

[This is actually more amusing than she's giving anyone credit. Too bad she can't see how flustered poor Flora is. Ah, well.]

All of this just to get our attentions. You do know where we both live, don't you?

[She's not complaining. Learning new skills sounds like a perfect way to spend an afternoon.]

Explain to me, again, why you think we're keeping you from dying?

Video; PRIVATE BECAUSE OMG

[showmeyourwreath]

It's because I did. He was being really absurd over the whole thing.

[Face, meet palm. They eventually ride into the sunset, living happily ever after.]

Video; PRIVATE BECAUSE OMG

[preyed]

[Her eyes narrow.]

What do you mean by 'absurd'? What happened?

perma private vid because i'm lazy ok

[showmeyourwreath]

He was fighting with someone here, in Exsilium. [She's dreamt of her since, that woman.] Not a spar, either, it was a real duel. He'd disguised himself, but I could feel that it was him. He was actually trying to get himself killed.

[It's been a few weeks since then, but it still bothers her.]

I saved him before I knew what was happening and he...wasn't exactly happy about that.

[U N D E R S T A T E M E N T.]

[preyed]

Disguised? You mean he just wore that armor.

[But when had this happened, and why hadn't she been informed? That ever-present anger grows within her, though none of it is directed at Flora in the slightest.]

That fool. He makes a damn contract but will willingly throw himself into danger so he can die?

[Idiot. She ought to smite him where he stands. And she just might.]

What did he do about it?

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[of_the_lake]

You have no need to dwell on the nature of my statement. Regardless, I came to the conclusion that only you would be quick to respond if I were to simply ask. Master Flora would be less liable to rush to her duties given her more relaxed stance on this form of self improvement.

[It was tough, thinking of ways to call somebody lazy subtly.]

Regardless, I assume you two are dashing readily to the training halls as I patiently await you.

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[preyed]

[Run that burn under some cold water, Flora.]

I wouldn't say dashing but I'm certainly not going to keep you waiting. I'm eager to get started.

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[of_the_lake]

I will not hold your time with words, then. Come, when Master Flora has brushed off my insult, I will take you both.

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[preyed]

Give me ten minutes and you'll have your wish.

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[showmeyourwreath]

[NOT HERE, BUT SHE'S GOING TO. AND THEN SHE'S GONNA HIT HIM. BT

Probably ineffectually, but still.]

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[showmeyourwreath]

You need to stop.

I am so, so sorry this is ridiculously late :(

[quisling]

[ It's taking him a few moments to get over the comment about his death, but once that's fully processed he's going to try to keep his commentary as light as possible. ]

You know, there are probably easier ways to go about it if you only want to fight them with one arm.

apology DENIED

[of_the_lake]

[Non-plussed, Berserker stared motionlessly at his comm.]

It's more so in terms of a need of precaution. Whatever reduces potential momentum on my part must be used.

/single tear :(

[quisling]

Is that so?

[ There's some skepticism in his tone. ]

Wouldn't it be better to go easy on them if you think they can't keep up with you?

apology begrudgingly accepted

[of_the_lake]

[Suzaku made perfect sense, but--]

Ah, that would naturally be the case for someone of normal stature. However, I have no proficiency in what one would consider to be 'going easy'.

As per my nature, I exist solely as a being who is quantified as perfect in regards to combat.